Information & Communications Technology

Seasoned technologists, digital innovators, and other ICT experts, dedicated to advancing the field of information and communications technology

Markus Ehrenmueller-Jensen

Markus Ehrenmueller-Jensen

​Markus Ehrenmueller-Jensen is the founder of Savory Data, with a career spanning project leadership, data engineering, and business intelligence architecture since 1994. He holds degrees in software engineering and business education and serves as a professor of databases and project engineering at HTL Leonding, a technical college. He is also certified in PL-300 (Power BI Data Analyst), DP-203 (Azure Data Engineer Associate Certification), DP-600 (Fabric Analytics Engineer Associate), and DP-700 (Fabric Data Engineer Associate).

Markus actively contributes to the global data community, speaking regularly at international conferences such as SQL Bits in London, Power BI Next Step in Copenhagen, Data Saturdays throughout Europe, and SQL Days. He co-founded SQL PASS Austria in 2013 and the Power Platform User Group Austria in 2016; both organizations merged in 2021 to form Data Community Austria. Since 2014, he has organized Data Community Austria Day in Vienna, fostering knowledge sharing among data professionals. In recognition of his technical leadership and community involvement, Markus has been honored as a Microsoft Data Platform Most Valuable Professional (MVP) since 2017.​

In addition to his speaking engagements, Markus contributes articles to reputable journals and has authored the book "Data Modeling with Microsoft Power BI," published in June 2024.

​Markus Ehrenmueller-Jensen is the founder of Savory Data, with a career spanning project leadership, data engineering, and business intelligence architecture since 1994. He holds degrees in software engineering and business education and serves as a... Show more

Ben Kadel

Ben Kadel

Developer, Presenter/Teacher, Open source advocate, Ultimate frisbee player & Board game hoarder.
I love the fact that I get to code for a living, but I am also incredibly passionate about sharing, collaborating and helping others on their dev journey!
I also have a growing YouTube channel (youtube.com/benkadel), where I try to make entertaining & educational content about programming, the tech industry and specific tutorials to breakdown complex topics.
I adore presenting, story-telling and just generally engaging with an audience. If I am able to make life, even just a little brighter for someone then I have succeeded!

Developer, Presenter/Teacher, Open source advocate, Ultimate frisbee player & Board game hoarder. I love the fact that I get to code for a living, but I am also incredibly passionate about sharing, collaborating and helping others on their dev journ... Show more

Nicola Paro

Nicola Paro

Nicola Paro is a Solution Architect in beanTech with over 10 years of experience in the industry, with a special focus on the Industrial IoT environment. He is passionate about software development, primarily using .NET, Blazor, and AI technologies.

Nicola Paro is a Solution Architect in beanTech with over 10 years of experience in the industry, with a special focus on the Industrial IoT environment. He is passionate about software development, primarily using .NET, Blazor, and AI technologies. Show more

Talia Asghar

Talia Asghar

Taley’a is a software engineer, having exposure to working in the product ecosystem for the more than seven years.
She has experience in diverse web and mobile technologies. She enjoys simplifying problems and making the user experience better for the product users.
She is an active contributor in the community and loves speaking at community events and conferences. Apart from this, she likes reading, art, and hiking to explore nature.

Taley’a is a software engineer, having exposure to working in the product ecosystem for the more than seven years. She has experience in diverse web and mobile technologies. She enjoys simplifying problems and making the user experience better for t... Show more

Evgenij Smirnov

Evgenij Smirnov

Evgenij has been working with computers since the age of 5 and delivering IT solutions for over 30 years. His Active Directory and Exchange background naturally led to PowerShell, of which he's been an avid user and proponent since its first release.
Evgenij is an active community lead at home in Berlin, a leading contributor to the German self-help forums and an experienced user group and conference speaker. He is a Security and PowerShell MVP since 2020. He is the author of "Building Modern Active Directory", released by Apress in 2024.

Evgenij has been working with computers since the age of 5 and delivering IT solutions for over 30 years. His Active Directory and Exchange background naturally led to PowerShell, of which he's been an avid user and proponent since its first release.... Show more

Cristhian Fernandez

Cristhian Fernandez

I'm a Solutions Architect with over 20 years of experience in software development, primarily focused on designing and delivering solutions using the Microsoft technology stack.

I've worn many hats throughout my career, but my passion lies in helping organisations build impactful systems, most recently leveraging Dynamics 365 and the Power Platform. I enjoy guiding customers in unlocking the full potential of these tools and driving real value from their digital transformation efforts.

As an active member of the Power Platform community, I’m always eager to share knowledge, connect with others, and keep learning. I’ve been honoured to receive the Microsoft MVP award in recognition of these contributions—an achievement that’s as rewarding as the friendships and experiences the community brings.

I'm a Solutions Architect with over 20 years of experience in software development, primarily focused on designing and delivering solutions using the Microsoft technology stack. I've worn many hats throughout my career, but my passion lies in help... Show more

Heini Ilmarinen

Heini Ilmarinen

Heini is a math teacher turned Azure expert. With her background in mathematics and teaching, she has a great passion for problem solving, simplifying complex things and a unique approach to architectures.
She is a Co-founder at Bruvo and a Data Platform MVP, specializing in Azure infrastructure and the data platform. She has been working with customers large and small for the past several years to help them sort out their path to the cloud and make sense of their architecture - both hybrid and cloud. She has worked extensively with both Azure infrastructure and analytics solutions, and makes the most of this skillset in her projects, as well as while speaking. On her free time Heini spends time in the nature, either snowboarding or mountain biking, depending on the season.

Heini is a math teacher turned Azure expert. With her background in mathematics and teaching, she has a great passion for problem solving, simplifying complex things and a unique approach to architectures. She is a Co-founder at Bruvo and a Data Pla... Show more

Scott McAllister

Scott McAllister

Scott McAllister is a Developer Advocate for vCluster. He has been building web applications in several industries for over a decade. Now he's helping others learn about a wide range of web and infrastructure technologies. When he's not coding, writing or speaking he enjoys long walks with his wife, skipping rocks with his kids, and is happy whenever Seattle Sounders FC, Manchester City, St. Louis Cardinals, Seattle Mariners, Chicago Bulls, Seattle Storm, Seattle Seahawks, Seattle Reign FC, St. Louis Blues, Seattle Kraken, Barcelona, Fiorentina, Borussia Dortmund or Mainz 05 can manage a win.

Scott McAllister is a Developer Advocate for vCluster. He has been building web applications in several industries for over a decade. Now he's helping others learn about a wide range of web and infrastructure technologies. When he's not coding, writi... Show more

Keith Atherton

Keith Atherton

Power Platform Solution Architect, Microsoft MVP for Business Applications, Microsoft Certified Trainer (MCT), 11x Microsoft certified, published LinkedIn Learning instructor, public speaker, Power Platform Community High Five user group founder, On Air in the Cloud podcast host, blogger, and mentor.

Versatile solution architect with over 25 years' international experience of leading and developing software solutions in permanent and contract roles for sectors including finance, legal, manufacturing, construction, game development, retail, healthcare, travel, and charity.

Find me online: https://linktr.ee/keithatherton

Power Platform Solution Architect, Microsoft MVP for Business Applications, Microsoft Certified Trainer (MCT), 11x Microsoft certified, published LinkedIn Learning instructor, public speaker, Power Platform Community High Five user group founder, On ... Show more

Cody Zuschlag

Cody Zuschlag

With a clear focus on open-source solutions, Cody is deeply committed to shaping technology for the greater good. Since embarking on the international speaking circuit in 2022, Cody has championed the benefits of full-stack and decentralized applications, underscoring the significance of open-source technologies. Through his work, presentations, and teaching at the university, he constantly seeks ways to use technology as a tool for fostering social interactions and driving positive societal change.

With a clear focus on open-source solutions, Cody is deeply committed to shaping technology for the greater good. Since embarking on the international speaking circuit in 2022, Cody has championed the benefits of full-stack and decentralized applicat... Show more

Marco Gomiero

Marco Gomiero

Marco is a Senior Android Engineer at Airalo and a Google Developer Expert for Android. He’s passionate about building great mobile experiences on both Android and iOS, and loves working with Kotlin Multiplatform to share code where it makes sense.

He also maintains open-source projects, shares what he learns on his blog, speaks at conferences, and helps organize GDG Venezia. When he’s not coding, he’s probably playing basketball.

Marco is a Senior Android Engineer at Airalo and a Google Developer Expert for Android. He’s passionate about building great mobile experiences on both Android and iOS, and loves working with Kotlin Multiplatform to share code where it makes sense. ... Show more

Marisol Steinau

Marisol Steinau

I am a Data Solution Architect with a strong background in Microsoft technologies, specializing in data architecture, data engineering, and DevOps. Over the years, I have worked extensively with various Microsoft ERP systems, and in recent years, I have primarily focused on Dynamics 365 FSCM & CE. I am passionate about designing scalable and efficient data architectures, integrating enterprise data platforms, and optimizing data workflows. My experience spans across on-premises and cloud-based solutions,
with a deep focus on Microsoft Fabric, Azure, and modern data platforms. I love sharing my knowledge through speaking engagements and helping organizations unlock the full potential of their data.

I am a Data Solution Architect with a strong background in Microsoft technologies, specializing in data architecture, data engineering, and DevOps. Over the years, I have worked extensively with various Microsoft ERP systems, and in recent years, I h... Show more

Matthias Falland

Matthias Falland

Matthias Falland is a Microsoft MVP and Trusted Advisor for the Microsoft Data & Cloud Platform. He likes to contribute to the community and is a frequent conference speaker at Ignite, Fabric Conference, Data Platform Conference and other local and global community events. He runs three Meetup groups. He lives near Basel, Switzerland.

Matthias Falland is a Microsoft MVP and Trusted Advisor for the Microsoft Data & Cloud Platform. He likes to contribute to the community and is a frequent conference speaker at Ignite, Fabric Conference, Data Platform Conference and other local and g... Show more

Manpreet Singh

Manpreet Singh

As a Senior Architect at Cognizant specializing in Microsoft Technologies, Manpreet is deeply passionate about leveraging innovation to drive meaningful change and empower organizations worldwide. He is recognized as a Microsoft Most Valuable Professional (MVP) in M365 and a revered MVP of the C# Corner forum. His commitment to excellence has been underscored by his contributions to the tech community, reflected in the countless articles and blogs he has authored. With a staggering read count exceeding 10+ million readers, his insights have resonated far and wide, shaping the discourse on cutting-edge technologies. Embracing a spirit of collaboration and knowledge sharing, he actively hosts a myriad of community events, boot camps, hackathons, and fundraisers each year. These endeavors serve as catalysts for fostering innovation, nurturing talent, and driving positive impact within the tech ecosystem and our community. Amidst the fast-paced world of technology, he is easily recognizable by my warm smile, a testament to my unwavering enthusiasm and genuine passion for what he does.

As a Senior Architect at Cognizant specializing in Microsoft Technologies, Manpreet is deeply passionate about leveraging innovation to drive meaningful change and empower organizations worldwide. He is recognized as a Microsoft Most Valuable Profess... Show more

Ashley Davies

Ashley Davies

Google Developer Expert for Android and Kotlin, enthusiastic public speaker, senior engineer, Kotlin aficionado, Multiplatform manipulator, prolific facilitator of cute cat photographs, spends more time travelling than working (he/him)

Google Developer Expert for Android and Kotlin, enthusiastic public speaker, senior engineer, Kotlin aficionado, Multiplatform manipulator, prolific facilitator of cute cat photographs, spends more time travelling than working (he/him) Show more

Matthew Hess

Matthew Hess

Matthew Hess is a Microsoft MVP and software engineer with CG Infinity and the organizer of the Albuquerque .NET Users Group. Matthew got his start programming using Borland’s Delphi and has been working with C# since version 2. Matthew has written software for many different industries from Legal, to Financial Services, to Biotechnology to Non-Profit. His YouTube Channel, @CSharpAristan, is meant to help programmers of all levels become better at the craft of programming in C#.

Matthew Hess is a Microsoft MVP and software engineer with CG Infinity and the organizer of the Albuquerque .NET Users Group. Matthew got his start programming using Borland’s Delphi and has been working with C# since version 2. Matthew has written s... Show more

Sergio Albea

Sergio Albea

My name is Sergio Albea and I'm originally from a tiny town called Valls, Spain, known for building the best human castles (called castells). About 15 years ago, I moved to Barcelona, where I had an amazing time both personally and professionally. Five years ago, I landed in beautiful Switzerland, where I am currently working as CSOC Security Expert, focus on threat analysis and response on SWITCH (Swiss National Research and Education Network).

With over 15 years of experience, I have immersed myself in the dynamic field of security, focusing on diverse IT landscapes and ensuring robust protection against threats and vulnerabilities. My approach is divided in proactivity, leveraging advanced analytics and architectural design to preemptively mitigate risks and fortify defenses against potential breaches.

Throughout my career, I have had to secure and manage a myriad of IT environments such as messaging platforms, Identity and Access Management systems, Information Protection mechanisms, DevOps, Azure Resources such as Databases, Networking, Storage, Scripting, and others.

I have been fortunate to work alongside professionals and amazing coworkers who have generously shared their knowledge and insights, enabling me to refine my skills and deepen my understanding of multiple best-practices, forever grateful to all of you, as you well know.

Whether through my daily work or via my YouTube channel, I take great pride in sharing my knowledge and expertise with colleagues and at the same time, continue to learn from all of them.

My name is Sergio Albea and I'm originally from a tiny town called Valls, Spain, known for building the best human castles (called castells). About 15 years ago, I moved to Barcelona, where I had an amazing time both personally and professionally. Fi... Show more

Michaël Maillot

Michaël Maillot

Working on SharePoint plaform for more than 10 years now (from On-Prem to Online), I enjoy solving challenges about business problems, bringing the latest enhancements and exploring every part of the Microsoft 365 / Azure world! I also take part to the PnP Initiative and love working with the community!

Working on SharePoint plaform for more than 10 years now (from On-Prem to Online), I enjoy solving challenges about business problems, bringing the latest enhancements and exploring every part of the Microsoft 365 / Azure world! I also take part to t... Show more

Pauline Kolde

Pauline Kolde

Always on the road in search of inspiration and ideas. I have been a consultant for Dynamics 365 and Customer Experience for more than 8 years. My focus is on customer insights and there is so much to discover that it never gets boring. My curiosity drives me to try and test things - be it new technologies or innovative methods to solve complex challenges. #staycurious
And in my spare time, things never get boring. When I’m not working on client projects or writing my blog, you’ll likely find me exploring the world, enjoying great food with friends, or knitting away – always with yarn in hand.

Always on the road in search of inspiration and ideas. I have been a consultant for Dynamics 365 and Customer Experience for more than 8 years. My focus is on customer insights and there is so much to discover that it never gets boring. My curiosity ... Show more

Anjuli Jhakry

Anjuli Jhakry

Meet Anjuli Jhakry: A Microsoft MVP and .NET developer at 4DotNet by day and a Microsoft Entra ID explorer by night. I'm navigating the vast ecosystem of Microsoft, always eager to learn. Beyond this, I am passionate about giving presentations and advocating for the incredible potential of tech to everyone.

Meet Anjuli Jhakry: A Microsoft MVP and .NET developer at 4DotNet by day and a Microsoft Entra ID explorer by night. I'm navigating the vast ecosystem of Microsoft, always eager to learn. Beyond this, I am passionate about giving presentations and ad... Show more

Pasha Finkelshteyn

Pasha Finkelshteyn

Years of experience in software engineering and the team's leading roles combined with his passion for Java made Pasha know all the hidden details in this IT niche. As a Developer Advocate for @Bellsoft, he educates the public on the latest software tools built by BellSoft and helps to create and test instruments for developers. He writes in Kotlin, speaks at conferences, composes a new articles, or maintains his pet projects.

Years of experience in software engineering and the team's leading roles combined with his passion for Java made Pasha know all the hidden details in this IT niche. As a Developer Advocate for @Bellsoft, he educates the public on the latest software ... Show more

Aditya Oberai

Aditya Oberai

Aditya Oberai is a Developer Advocate at Appwrite and an avid tech community and hackathon enthusiast. Having worked with various technologies, including .NET, Microsoft Azure, and SvelteKit, he has spent the last six years empowering student and tech communities. He is a three-time Microsoft MVP awardee and a DigitalOcean Wavemaker. Aditya was awarded "Best Developer Relations Professional of the Year" at the CMX Community Industry Awards 2024 and currently serves as a Steering Committee member for the Developer Relations Foundation.

Aditya Oberai is a Developer Advocate at Appwrite and an avid tech community and hackathon enthusiast. Having worked with various technologies, including .NET, Microsoft Azure, and SvelteKit, he has spent the last six years empowering student and tec... Show more

Tudor Damian

Tudor Damian

An IT consultant with 20+ years of industry experience, Tudor is a Certified Ethical Hacker and a Microsoft MVP. His commitment to staying at the forefront of technology trends, combined with his passion for sharing knowledge and engaging with the community, has made him a regular presence as a speaker at local and regional events.

In terms of expertise, Cybersecurity Strategy, IT governance, and risk management all rank highly among Tudor’s core interests, helping companies develop effective strategies and leverage the latest technology trends in order to secure their operations. Over the course of hundreds of talks and trainings, his goal has consistently been to provide valuable insights and guidance to IT professionals and enthusiasts alike, and to support organizations navigating the ever-changing IT landscape.

An IT consultant with 20+ years of industry experience, Tudor is a Certified Ethical Hacker and a Microsoft MVP. His commitment to staying at the forefront of technology trends, combined with his passion for sharing knowledge and engaging with the co... Show more

Koen Verbeeck

Koen Verbeeck

Koen Verbeeck is a data professional working at AE. He helps organizations to get insight in their data and to improve their analytics solutions. Koen has over a decade and a half of experience in developing data warehouses, models and reports using the Microsoft data platform. Koen was a Microsoft Data Platform MVP for 8 consecutive years, and 1 year Microsoft Fabric MVP. He has a blog at http://www.sqlkover.com, writes articles for MSSQLTips.com and is a frequent speaker at Microsoft Data Platform events.

Koen Verbeeck is a data professional working at AE. He helps organizations to get insight in their data and to improve their analytics solutions. Koen has over a decade and a half of experience in developing data warehouses, models and reports using ... Show more

Katie Barnett

Katie Barnett

Katie is passionate about all things Android. She has taken on a wide variety of challenging projects including in the live event, media and travel space. Her favourite thing is to see someone having a delightful experience using something she has worked on. Katie is very active in the development community, she is a Google Developer Expert for Android, one of the organisers of GDG Melbourne and is a Women Techmakers Ambassador. She frequently runs events, speaks on technical and non-technical topics and enjoys writing blog posts to share her experience with others. Katie is based in Melbourne, Australia but loves to travel the world and outside of tech she enjoys boardgaming and attempting to finish many craft projects.

Katie is passionate about all things Android. She has taken on a wide variety of challenging projects including in the live event, media and travel space. Her favourite thing is to see someone having a delightful experience using something she has wo... Show more

Eeva-Jonna Panula

Eeva-Jonna Panula

Eeva-Jonna, or Eevis, is an accessibility specialist and senior Android developer. They are also Android GDE. Their passion is to share knowledge, and they speak and write a blog. When they're not doing that, they explore the beautiful Finnish nature either by foot or kayak.

Eeva-Jonna, or Eevis, is an accessibility specialist and senior Android developer. They are also Android GDE. Their passion is to share knowledge, and they speak and write a blog. When they're not doing that, they explore the beautiful Finnish nature... Show more

Arash Aghajani

Arash Aghajani

Arash is a Solution Architect with over 15 years of progressive experience in software development, consulting, and architecture. Over the past decade, he has dedicated his expertise to empowering organizations of all sizes, leveraging Microsoft Modern Workplace and Business Applications solutions to drive employee productivity, empowerment and automate organization processes.

Arash is a passionate advocate for the Power Platform. Since 2020, he has been actively involved in designing and developing solutions utilizing Power Apps, Power Automate, and Dataverse. His recent work includes leading solution architecture for process automation initiatives and enabling AI-powered experiences through Copilot for M365 and Copilot Studio.

He is dedicated to sharing and spreading technical knowledge and experience through LinkedIn, user groups, and his blog. He's been writing helpful blog posts in both English and Farsi since 2007.

Arash actively participates in the Microsoft Tech Community and leading following user groups:

- Vancouver Power Platform User Group (450+ members)
- Vancouver M365 User Group (700+ members)
- Vancouver Data & AI User Group (900+ members)
- Microsoft MSFarsi Community (1000+ members)

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Arash is a Solution Architect with over 15 years of progressive experience in software development, consulting, and architecture. Over the past decade, he has dedicated his expertise to empowering organizations of all sizes, leveraging Microsoft Mode... Show more

Jeff Blankenburg

Jeff Blankenburg

Jeff Blankenburg spent the early part of his career in digital advertising, building websites for Victoria’s Secret, Abercrombie & Fitch, and Ford Motor Company, among others. He also spent 8 years at Microsoft, primarily as an evangelist for any new technology he could get his hands on. For the next 7 years, he worked on the Amazon Alexa team helping developers make Alexa even smarter. Today, he's focused on artificial intelligence, cloud computing, and improving the developer experience at Dynatrace. Jeff has also spoken at conferences all over the world, including London, Munich, Sydney, Tokyo, and New York, covering topics ranging from software development technologies to soft skill techniques. He also serves as an organizer for the Stir Trek conference.

Jeff Blankenburg spent the early part of his career in digital advertising, building websites for Victoria’s Secret, Abercrombie & Fitch, and Ford Motor Company, among others. He also spent 8 years at Microsoft, primarily as an evangelist for any ne... Show more

Janarthanan Selvaraj

Janarthanan Selvaraj

Janarthanan Selvaraj is a Technology Manager and AI Expert at Atos. He is an alumnus of the University of Cambridge's FUEL Leadership flagship program and a graduate of Anna University. He has been honored with the prestigious Microsoft MVP Award in the AI category, specifically for his expertise in Azure OpenAI Service and Azure AI Services. Janarthanan is also Microsoft Certified Community Lead , a 6-time Microsoft Certified Trainer, a Microsoft Learn Expert in Data and AI, and a C# Corner MVP. His certifications include Microsoft Azure Certified Data Scientist, AI Engineer, Data Engineer, Azure Cosmos DB Developer Specialty, Developer Associate, and Power BI Data Analyst Associate, with a total of 17 cloud certifications spanning Microsoft Azure, AWS, GCP, Oracle, and Aviatrix.

As a resource person, Janarthanan has conducted numerous meetups, workshops, faculty development programs (FDPs), short-term training programs (STTPs), webinars, and knowledge-sharing sessions across organizations and educational institutions. He is an active speaker, mentor, blogger, researcher, and open-source contributor in the fields of AI and cloud computing. His work has been featured in various developer tech communities, conferences, and industry conclaves. Additionally, he serves as a mentor and jury member for events such as the Microsoft Imagine Cup 2025 Hackathon, Smart India Hackathon 2023, the Smart India Hackathon 2024, the Bank of Baroda Hackathon, and the Innothon 24 National Level 30-Hour Hackfest.

Janarthanan Selvaraj is a Technology Manager and AI Expert at Atos. He is an alumnus of the University of Cambridge's FUEL Leadership flagship program and a graduate of Anna University. He has been honored with the prestigious Microsoft MVP Award in ... Show more

Onyinye Madubuko

Onyinye Madubuko

Onyinye is an IT professional with substantial work experience in the Information Technology industry. Her expertise lies in digitally transforming organizations via modernized communications, advising intelligent strategies to adopt hybrid workplaces, and promoting creative solutions to collaborate effectively. She has successfully led multiple projects across the Modern Workplace technology across various sectors.
She is passionate about innovations in Information Technology, technical research, and investigative studies which has led to her collaboration in publishing journal and conference papers on IEEE.

Onyinye is an IT professional with substantial work experience in the Information Technology industry. Her expertise lies in digitally transforming organizations via modernized communications, advising intelligent strategies to adopt hybrid workplace... Show more

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